Wigan, M. R. (Marcus Ramsay)
Victoria. Geelong Bike Plan Committee
Australian Road Research Board
2010-03-25T16:48:10Z
2010-03-25T16:48:10Z
1980-03
http://hdl.handle.net/1794/10300
29 p. Illustrations
A summary of discussions on enforcement issues with bicycle specialists in the
U.S. during a two week study visit for, and assisted by, the Geelong Bike Plan.
Education and enforcement plans appeared to be indissoluble, and social
attitudes towards cyclists have a major influence on both aspects. Details of
bicycle accident types (notably the work of K.C. Cross) has been swiftly taken
up by educational planners, but similar analysis and application of enforcement
efforts and their safety outcome has not yet gained the same support. Data
from California, Montana and Michigan is compared with Geelong, and a number
of similarities noted. The framework of bicycle laws and ordinances is now
well coordinated between U.S. States.
The use of non-criminal violation codes, peer courts, and parental
warnings for bicycle enforcement are gaining support. The use of non-police
(and sometimes also voluntary) enforcement officers offers a means of extending
enforcement effort without greater demands on police resources.
Integration of enforcement and education programs, with subsequent
evaluation effort, is recommended for Australia.
Geelong Bike Plan ; Australian Road Research Board ; Alron Industries ; Milledge Bros. Pty Ltd. ; Stanco Pty. Ltd. ; Peter Stevens
Motorcycles
en_US
Australian Road Research Board
ARRB internal report;AIR 812-8
Cycling -- Law and legislation -- United States
Bicycles -- Law and legislation -- United States
Law enforcement -- United States
Urban transportation policy -- United States
Cycling -- Australia -- Geelong (Vic.) -- Planning
Cycling -- Law and legislation -- Australia -- Geelong (Vic.)
Bicycles -- Law and legislation -- Australia -- Geelong (Vic.)
Law enforcement -- Australia -- Geelong (Vic.)
Enforcement of bicycle laws and ordinances
Other

Shafer, C. Scott
Turner, Shawn
Texas Transportation Institute
Texas A & M University. Dept. of Recreation, Park & Tourism Sciences
Southwest Region University Transportation Center (U.S.)
University Transportation Centers Program (U.S.)
2009-12-14T23:56:39Z
2009-12-14T23:56:39Z
1999-05
http://hdl.handle.net/1794/9996
87 p. Illustrations, Maps
This report describes research conducted to evaluate bicycle and pedestrian facilities (i.e., shared use trails) with user
satisfaction and perception surveys. Public and community input on transportation projects is often mentioned as a
necessary step in the planning process but seldom perfonned. The opinions and perceptions of facility users are
immensely valuable in improving conditions at current trails as well as in the development and design of new trails. In
this study, the research team developed on-site and mail-back survey instruments that were distributed on three shared
use trails in Texas: the Brays and Buffalo Bayou Trails in Houston, and the Shoal Creek Trail in Austin.
The responses to the surveys were analyzed to determine consistent themes and trends in user satisfaction and
perceptions. The study found that several trail attributes contribute significantly to user satisfaction and higher levels of
trail use. Adequate separation from motor vehicles was noted as a positive attribute that should be provided whenever
possible on s~ed use trails. Trail surface quality and width was also noted as an important attribute, particularly in
cases where numerous user types (e.g., bicyclists, joggers, walkers) were using the same trail. The study also revealed
that many of the trail users felt that the shared use trails significantly contributed to hannonizing transportation and
community goals. The survey responses indicated that the trails were used for a variety of purposes, including
transportation, recreation, social interaction, and enjoyment of the natural environment. The researchers concluded that
user surveys (such as those conducted in this study) are a valuable addition to other traditional transportation planning
tools, and as such, can provide more and better insight into roadway and trail user behavior and motivation.
en_US
Dept. of Recreation, Park and Tourism Sciences, Texas A&M University ; Texas Transportation Institute
Bicycle trails -- Texas -- Evaluation
Pedestrian areas -- Texas -- Evaluation
Cyclists -- Texas -- Attitudes
Pedestrians -- Texas -- Attitudes
Sustainable development -- Texas
Multi-use trails
Multiple-use trails
Evaluation of bicycle and pedestrian facilities : user satisfaction and perceptions on three shared use trails in Texas
Other

English, John W.; Bicycle Federation of America(Bicycle Federation of America, April , 1986)

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English, John W.
Bicycle Federation of America
2010-06-01T17:08:08Z
2010-06-01T17:08:08Z
1986-04
http://hdl.handle.net/1794/10426
62 p.
en_US
Bicycle Federation of America
Bicycle trails -- United States
Cycling -- Law and legislation -- United States
Liability for traffic accidents -- United States
Tort liability of highway departments -- United States
Liability aspects of bikeway designation : a special report
Other